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    Find the meaning of the highlighted idiom in the given options: Unless we pull together as a nation, we can’t make it progress at a fast pace.
    Question

    Find the meaning of the highlighted idiom in the given options:
    Unless we pull together as a nation, we can’t make it progress at a fast pace.

    A.

    pull the rope

    B.

    labour hard

    C.

    maintain peace

    D.

    work unitedly

    Correct option is D


    Meaning of the Idiom:
    "Pull together" is an idiom that means to work together in a coordinated or united way towards a common goal.
    · Meaning in Hindi: एकजुट होकर काम करना / मिलकर प्रयास करना
    · Example Sentence:
    · The team pulled together to finish the project before the deadline.
    · If we all pull together, we can overcome this crisis.
    Explanation of Options:
    · (a) pull the ropeLiteral meaning; incorrect.
    · Meaning: To actually pull a rope; not idiomatic.
    · Hindi: रस्सी खींचना
    · (b) labour hardIncorrect.
    · Meaning: To work hard individually
    · Hindi: कड़ी मेहनत करना
    · This does not capture the idea of working together as a group.
    · (c) maintain peaceIncorrect.
    · Meaning: To avoid conflict and stay peaceful
    · Hindi: शांति बनाए रखना
    · This is unrelated to the context of cooperative effort.
    · (d) work unitedlyCorrect.
    · Meaning: To work in unity or together as a group
    · Hindi: एकजुट होकर काम करना
    · Matches the context of national cooperation for progress.
    Similar Idioms:
    · Join forces – to come together for a common purpose
    · Work hand in hand – to cooperate closely
    · Band together – to unite in order to achieve something
    Therefore, the correct meaning of “pull together” is “work unitedly.”

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